Implementing contactless check-in and check-out procedures using smart locks, keypads, or lockboxes, minimizing physical interaction and enhancing safety and convenience.
Glossary Term: Convenience
A measure of how easy it is to walk to amenities and attractions from a short-term rental property, often influencing its desirability and pricing.
An amenity in a short-term rental property indicating the presence of a combined washer and dryer appliance within the unit itself, offering convenience for guests.
A kitchen in a short-term rental property that is fully furnished with appliances, cookware, and utensils to allow guests to prepare meals comfortably.
A metric that rates the ease of walking to amenities and attractions from a rental property’s location.
A keyless entry system that allows guests to access a short-term rental property using a unique code, typically provided before their arrival.
Additional offerings provided to enhance the guest experience, such as airport transfers, grocery delivery, in-house chef services, or organized tours and activities.
Smart home devices like Amazon Echo or Google Home that guests can use to control amenities or access information.
Providing thoughtful amenities and features that go beyond the basics, catering to guests’ needs and preferences to create a memorable stay.
A measure of how easy it is to walk to amenities and destinations from a specific location, often considered an important factor for short-term renters.
A system that allows guests to access a short-term rental property without a physical key, often using smart locks or access codes.
A feature on Airbnb and VRBO that allows guests to book a short-term rental property immediately without requiring host approval.